1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 370 kg more than 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Skylark | 6C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1940 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
